Tolulope Deborah Ojo
Compliance Analyst
Lagos,Lekki
Summary
Detail-oriented Compliance and Risk Analyst with extensive experience in sanctions screening, KYB/KYC processes, and legal risk assessment. Proven expertise in evaluating and monitoring corporate clients, identifying beneficial ownership structures, and maintaining precise compliance documentation aligned with international regulatory requirements, including FATF and AML/CFT standards. Demonstrated success in anti-money laundering, fraud detection, and transaction monitoring, complemented by a collaborative approach that enhances compliance frameworks across departments. Strong foundation in quality control and process optimization ensures data integrity, audit readiness, and regulatory excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Compliance Analyst
Flutterwave
08.2024 - Current
- Conducts daily sanctions and watchlist screenings on customers and transactions against global lists (OFAC, UN, EU).
- Conducts transaction and fraud monitoring to detect unusual activity, escalate suspicious cases, and support remediation efforts.
- Performs control testing and quality assurance reviews, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
- Investigates KYB/KYC records to assess potential matches, escalating cases based on structured risk evaluations.
- Maintains detailed documentation and evidence to support regulatory reviews, audits, and inspections.
- Collaborates with cross functional teams to optimize monitoring systems and strengthen governance processes.
Legal and Compliance Officer
Vale Finance Limited
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Drafted and reviewed legal process documentation and internal control frameworks, transferable to drafting labor relations templates and offer letters.
- Reviewed and standardized onboarding documentation, disciplinary templates, and client contracts for compliance.
- Prepared audit documentation and liaised with external regulators.
- Reported compliance issues to regulatory bodies, supporting continuous improvement of internal policies.
- Developed and reviewed process documentation, risk registers, and onboarding files to support internal controls.
- Facilitated onboarding and account opening by preparing due diligence files and liaising with partner institutions.
NYSC Legal Associate
Vale Finance Limited
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Reviewed legal documents, verifying accuracy and compliance with legal forms and regulations.
- Assisted in implementing compliance programs, showcasing an understanding of regulatory requirements.
- Contributed to the automation of legal onboarding documentation and supported agile process reviews.
- Prepared legal research briefs and assisted senior counsel with compliance reporting.
Education
B.L -
Nigeria Law School
Lagos Campus09.2022
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria02.2020
Skills
- KYB & KYC Due Diligence
- Risk Assessment & Categorization
- Legal Documentation & Research
- Anti-money laundering expertise
- Client onboarding facilitation
- Fraud detection monitoring
- Suspicious activity reporting
- Sanctions compliance screening
VOLUNTEERING POSITION
COMPANY SECRETARY
Shennovates, Nigeria January 2025- Present
● Maintain accurate governance and compliance documentation for board meetings and company filings.
● Provide compliance advisory to management, improving internal processes and record-keeping.
Certification
AML/CFT Compliance Training (Flutterwave internal training)
Timeline
Compliance Analyst
Flutterwave
08.2024 - Current
Legal and Compliance Officer
Vale Finance Limited
11.2023 - 07.2024
NYSC Legal Associate
Vale Finance Limited
09.2022 - 09.2023
B.L -
Nigeria Law School
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
Obafemi Awolowo University